2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 16 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 891 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Mariner | Marbella |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |