1999 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Inca Kombi | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Inca Kombi | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1445 kg |