2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 757 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
