2003 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 9 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 365 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.
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, 2012 Seat Exeo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Inca Kombi | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Inca Kombi | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1400 kg |
