1996 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 2 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 600 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, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | XM | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
