1994 Seat Marbella vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 13 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 414 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 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1994 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1994 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Seat Marbella | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Marbella | Highlander |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |