2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 476 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260.
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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pregio | 260 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2940 mm |
