2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 701 kg more than 1998 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Laguna | Marbella |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |