2002 Honda Saber vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Saber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Saber would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Saber (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Honda Saber.
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, 2002 Honda Saber, 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, 2002 Honda Saber (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Saber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio. 2002 Honda Saber has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Saber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Saber | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Saber | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2649 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
