1997 Seat Marbella vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb is newer by 10 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Superb weights approximately 965 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.
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, 2007 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Marbella | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Marbella | Superb |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
