2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1992 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella. 2005 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1992 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1992 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Nitro | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
