2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1992 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1992 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1992 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | F-150 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2170 mm |
