2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 3 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 670 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.

Because 2002 Cadillac Catera 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 2002 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. 2002 Cadillac Catera 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. 2002 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac Catera 1999 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Cadillac Seat
Model Catera Inca Kombi
Year Released 2002 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2961 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1035 kg