1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1601 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2006 Ford Ranger. 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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Marea | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Marea | Ranger |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |