2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 8 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 604 kg more than 1996 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 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Transit Connect | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
