1999 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Kia Pregio

To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 72 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.

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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio.

Compare all specifications:

1999 AC Aceca 2005 Kia Pregio
Make AC Kia
Model Aceca Pregio
Year Released 1999 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 2665 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1682 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 65 L


 

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