2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Sportage | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |
