2003 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 940 kg more than 2003 Holden Barina.
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, 2003 Holden Barina, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Barina | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Barina | Pregio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |