2005 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron

To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 888 kg more than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. 2012 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Inca Kombi has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Inca Kombi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Seat Inca Kombi 2012 SsangYong Kyron
Make Seat SsangYong
Model Inca Kombi Kyron
Year Released 2005 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1391 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1923 kg
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1750 mm


 

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