1996 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 14 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 905 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella. 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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. 2010 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Marbella | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Marbella | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2728 mm |
