1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, both 1993 Mercedes-Benz C and 1993 Seat Marbella were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 800 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (275 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | C | Marbella |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2797 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2170 mm |