1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 23 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Marea | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
