2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 835 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Maverick | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| 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 | 118 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
