1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 10 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 65 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, 2008 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Marea | Focus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
