1991 Seat Marbella vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1991 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Marbella.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Seat Marbella | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marbella | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
