1999 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 515 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. 2008 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Inca Kombi has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Inca Kombi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Inca Kombi | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Inca Kombi | Touran |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1550 kg |