1999 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 251 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 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi A4 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Audi Seat
Model A4 Inca Kombi
Year Released 1999 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 95.5 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1105 kg


 

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