2005 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 786 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escape | Marbella |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2170 mm |