2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, both 2000 Mercedes-Benz C and 2000 Seat Inca Kombi were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Inca Kombi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Inca Kombi.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mercedes-Benz C 2000 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Mercedes-Benz Seat
Model C Inca Kombi
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2148 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 236 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1035 kg


 

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