1990 Seat Marbella vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 21 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 605 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 2011 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1990 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1990 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Seat Marbella | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | Marbella | Borrego |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2900 mm |