1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 17 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 977 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 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2013 Mazda CX-09 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. 2013 Mazda CX-09 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Marea | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
