1998 Seat Marbella vs. 2001 Honda Passport
To start off, 2001 Honda Passport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella.
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, 2001 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella. 2001 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 2001 Honda Passport | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | Marbella | Passport |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 60 Nm | 256 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |