2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 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 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Kangoo | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 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 | 1180 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2170 mm |
