1997 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 652 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Seat Marbella | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Seat | Citroen |
Model | Marbella | C4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |