1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 815 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2009 Honda Pilot 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. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Marea | Pilot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |