2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 890 kg more than 2001 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Inca Kombi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Inca Kombi. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Inca Kombi has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Inca Kombi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercury Mountaineer 2001 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Mercury Seat
Model Mountaineer Inca Kombi
Year Released 2006 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1925 kg 1035 kg


 

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