2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. 2006 Fiat Panda 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. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2005 Seat Inca Kombi | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | Inca Kombi |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |