2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 16 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1039 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 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella. 2009 Infiniti FX 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. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Infiniti | Seat |
| Model | FX | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| 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 | 303 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2170 mm |
