1998 Seat Marbella vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1162 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 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Marbella | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Seat | Jeep |
Model | Marbella | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2423 mm |