1997 Seat Marbella vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1080 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Marbella | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Marbella | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2540 mm |
