1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 55 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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Marea | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Marea | B |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |