2003 Saturn Vue vs. 1998 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2003 Saturn Vue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn Vue weights approximately 408 kg more than 1998 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, 2003 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saturn Vue | 1998 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | Vue | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1038 kg |
