2007 Kia Pregio vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2007 Kia Pregio and 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 332 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Pregio | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pregio | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
