2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
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, 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Pregio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1785 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 Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |