2007 Renault Espace vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella.
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, 2007 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2170 mm |
