2004 Fiat Doblo 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 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Doblo, 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 Fiat Doblo (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Doblo | Pregio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |