2001 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, 2005 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 835 kg more than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona 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, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Kia Retona 2005 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Kia Seat
Model Retona Inca Kombi
Year Released 2001 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1650 mm


 

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