1992 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 597 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Pregio |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |