1994 Seat Marbella vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 830 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, 2012 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Seat Marbella | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Seat | Nissan |
Model | Marbella | Rogue |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |