1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 806 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
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, 2000 Peugeot 806 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea. 2000 Peugeot 806 has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 806 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Marea | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Marea | 806 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |