2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella.
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 GMC Acadia (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1990 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1990 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Acadia | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2170 mm |
