2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1997 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1997 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Charger | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2170 mm |
