2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1997 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1997 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1997 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2170 mm |
