1992 Seat Marbella vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1620 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (273 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Seat Marbella 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Seat Toyota
Model Marbella Land Cruiser
Year Released 1992 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 40 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 61 Nm 273 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 2300 kg
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2790 mm


 

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