1999 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 8 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 390 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 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 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Inca Kombi | V50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1425 kg |
