1993 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Kia Pregio

To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 635 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord.

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, 1993 Honda Accord, 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, 1993 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Accord 2006 Kia Pregio
Make Honda Kia
Model Accord Pregio
Year Released 1993 2006
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1980 mm


 

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