1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 7 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 962 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 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea. 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2005 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Marea | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
