2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1988 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1035 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1988 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ranger | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2170 mm |
