2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Sorento | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2170 mm |
