1994 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 16 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 898 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 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Seat Marbella | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Marbella | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2393 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 | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4501 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2639 mm |