2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Cruze 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Pregio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Cruze | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
