2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1469 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 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2007 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | Marea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
