2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 9 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 210 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.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | YRV | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2170 mm |
