1998 Seat Marbella vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1137 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella. 2010 Ford Taurus 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. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Marbella | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Marbella | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2868 mm |
