2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 3 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 797 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.
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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. 2008 Mercury Sable 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. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 2005 Seat Inca Kombi | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Sable | Inca Kombi |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |