1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Kia Pregio

To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 472 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alpine V6 2007 Kia Pregio
Make Alpine Kia
Model V6 Pregio
Year Released 1990 2007
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 2665 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 1682 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2590 mm


 

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