1998 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 248 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Inca Kombi has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Inca Kombi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Inca Kombi | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | Inca Kombi | Life |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 790 kg |