2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 13 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1334 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 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Tahoe | Marea |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 64.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |