2003 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2011 Alpina B7

To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 955 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 2011 Alpina B7 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 2011 Alpina B7. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Inca Kombi has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Inca Kombi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Seat Inca Kombi 2011 Alpina B7
Make Seat Alpina
Model Inca Kombi B7
Year Released 2003 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1391 cc 4397 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1990 kg