2009 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Inca Kombi has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Audi Seat
Model A6 Inca Kombi
Year Released 2009 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3129 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 342 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 243 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.7 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1105 kg


 

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