2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 494 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2006 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 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
