1998 Seat Marbella vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 595 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, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella. 2011 Kia Soul 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. 2011 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | Marbella | Soul |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |