1994 Seat Marbella vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 418 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 RAV4 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 RAV4 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 RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella. 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Seat Marbella | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Marbella | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |