1993 Seat Marbella vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 580 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.
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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella. 1999 Citroen Xantia 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. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Seat Marbella | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Seat | Citroen |
Model | Marbella | Xantia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |