1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 521 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2008 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Marea | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
