2002 Seat Leon vs. 1997 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Leon | 1997 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1035 kg |
