1998 Ford Probe 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 Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 555 kg more than 1998 Ford Probe.
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, 1998 Ford Probe, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Probe | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Probe | Pregio |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 170 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 | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1980 mm |