1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 182 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Fiat | Jeep |
Model | Marea | Patriot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |