2002 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Marbella weights approximately 678 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | R8 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2170 mm |
