1996 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 598 kg more than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Inca Kombi has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Seat Inca Kombi | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Inca Kombi | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1633 kg |