2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 927 kg more than 1990 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
