2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2005 Kia Pregio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Santa Fe | Pregio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |