1999 Ford Econoline 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 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 763 kg more than 2005 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Econoline | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
