1997 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 622 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
Because 2005 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 2005 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma, 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, 2005 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Puma | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Puma | Pregio |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |