2002 Kia Pregio vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Pregio weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Pregio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Pregio (175 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Pregio | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pregio | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
