Seat Inca 9K 1.4 MPi (60 Hp)
Seat Inca:
The SEAT Inca was a van and panel van produced by the Spanish manufacturer SEAT between 1996 and 2004. It was designed and assembled in Spain, based on the SEAT Ibiza Mark 2. It was first shown at the Barcelona Motor Show of 1995.
The SEAT Inca had two rear wing doors which, because they were non symmetrical, were supposed to facilitate loading and unloading. Capable of carrying a payload of 550 kg and towing a 1,000 kg braked trailer the Inca proved to be a strong work horse in many markets. The Inca was awarded the Comercial do Ano award in Portugal in 1997....(Read more on Wikipedia)
9K Overview:
Seat Inca (9K). With 117 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1065 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 142 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (60 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8 L/100 km for its class.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(9K: January, 1996 - November, 2000).
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| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Inca |
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| Generation: | 9K |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 MPi (60 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | May, 2001 |
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| End of production: | October, 2004 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Minivan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 3 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 43.2 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 117 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 5.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 75.6 mm mm |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8 l/100 km |
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| Maximum speed: | 142 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.8 kg/Hp, 56.3 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 109.9 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1065 |
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| Max. weight: | 1690 |
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| Max load: | 625 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 54 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4207 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1696 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1836 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2601 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1436 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1452 mm |
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| Front overhang: | 859 mm |
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| Rear overhang: | 747 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Leaf spring |
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