2006 Saturn Vue vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 764 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | Vue | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 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 |
