1998 Seat Marbella vs. 2005 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Move is newer by 7 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Move (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 131 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.
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, 2005 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella. 2005 Daihatsu Move 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. 2005 Daihatsu Move will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 2005 Daihatsu Move | |
Make | Seat | Daihatsu |
Model | Marbella | Move |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |