1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 610 kg more than 1990 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Seat Marbella 2002 Nissan X-Trail
Make Seat Nissan
Model Marbella X-Trail
Year Released 1990 2002
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 842 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 56 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1290 kg
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2810 mm


 

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