2007 Kia Pregio vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 442 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina.
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, 1995 Toyota Carina, 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, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Pregio | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Pregio | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |