2006 Ford Ka vs. 1997 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka.
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, 2006 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 1997 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ka | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1035 kg |
