2007 Kia Pregio vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 860 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Pregio | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Pregio | Fusca |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |