2004 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Altis (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Altis.
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, 2004 Daihatsu Altis, 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, 2004 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 2004 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Altis | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Altis | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
