1998 Seat Marbella vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 856 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Marbella | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 60 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |