1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Kia Pregio

To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 292 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang.

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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Mustang 2007 Kia Pregio
Make Ford Kia
Model Mustang Pregio
Year Released 1998 2007
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3797 cc 2665 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 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 1390 kg 1682 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2590 mm


 

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