1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (219 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Marea | V50 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 219 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |