2007 Kia Pregio vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 372 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
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, 1999 Mercury Cougar, 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Pregio | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Pregio | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |