2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 2003 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, both 2003 Alpina Roadster and 2003 Seat Inca Kombi were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 591 kg more than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina Roadster 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 2003 Alpina Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina Roadster | 2003 Seat Inca Kombi | |
Make | Alpina | Seat |
Model | Roadster | Inca Kombi |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1035 kg |