1995 Seat Marbella vs. 2005 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2005 Skoda Superb is newer by 10 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Superb (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Superb weights approximately 807 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, 2005 Skoda Superb (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Seat Marbella | 2005 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Marbella | Superb |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
