1996 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2007 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Inca Kombi | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Inca Kombi | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1035 kg |
