2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 458 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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, 2006 Ford E-250, 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-250 | Pregio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |