2008 Ford Edge vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Edge weights approximately 427 kg more than 1995 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella. 2008 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1995 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1995 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Edge | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |
