2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2005 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 250 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.

Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. 2009 Kia Borrego 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. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Borrego 2005 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Kia Seat
Model Borrego Inca Kombi
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4625 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 337 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 438 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1650 mm


 

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