1992 Seat Marbella vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1992 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1992 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1992 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Seat Marbella | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | Marbella | A6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
