2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 905 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2006 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 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer, 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 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Pregio | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
