2007 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 14 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X5 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
