2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 740 kg more than 1994 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
