2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 2176 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 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ranger | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2170 mm |
