2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Kia Pregio

To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Kia Pregio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Pregio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Ranger 2007 Kia Pregio
Make Ford Kia
Model Ranger Pregio
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Pickup Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 2665 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 257 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 12 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 65 L


 

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