1995 Seat Marbella vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 540 kg more than 1995 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Seat Marbella | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Marbella | Octavia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |