1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 16 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 900 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 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2012 Volvo XC90 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. 2012 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Marea | XC90 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |