1998 Fiat Marea vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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 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 63 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Marea | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
