1998 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1072 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 2010 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Seat | Cadillac |
Model | Marbella | CTS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2880 mm |