2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Ram | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2170 mm |
