2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 17 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 3,554 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1209 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 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1990 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1990 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | SRX | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3554 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |
