1997 Honda CRX vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 950 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX.
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, 1997 Honda CRX, 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CRX | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
