1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, both 1997 Ford Falcon and 1997 Seat Marbella were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 855 kg more than 1997 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Falcon | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Falcon | Marbella |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2170 mm |