1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea.
Because 2011 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey 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, 2011 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea. 2011 Dodge Journey 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. 2011 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Marea | Journey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
