2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 9 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 987 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 210 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, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Sirion | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2170 mm |
