2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | Marea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2550 mm |
