2008 Nissan Murano vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1997 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Murano | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |
