1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Marea | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
