2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | Marea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |
