1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 486 kg more than 1998 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2170 mm |
