2005 Saturn Vue vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 967 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 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (328 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Vue | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | Vue | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
