1994 Seat Marbella vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 837 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Seat Marbella | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Marbella | CC |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |