2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 498 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Kia Pride Wagon 2006 Volkswagen Passat
Make Kia Volkswagen
Model Pride Wagon Passat
Year Released 2004 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2720 mm


 

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