1994 Seat Marbella vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 771 kg more than 1994 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (227 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Seat Marbella | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Marbella | Legacy |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 60 Nm | 227 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |