2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, both 2004 Cadillac XLR and 2004 Seat Inca Kombi were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2004 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Cadillac XLR 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 2004 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Inca Kombi.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Cadillac XLR 2004 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Cadillac Seat
Model XLR Inca Kombi
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 320 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1650 mm


 

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