2007 Kia Rio vs. 2003 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 12 kg more than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Kia Rio (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2003 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Rio | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1035 kg |
