1996 Seat Marbella vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 Renault Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella. 2008 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Marbella | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Marbella | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
