1998 Seat Marbella vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 10 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 814 kg more 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Marbella | Touran |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 60 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |