2005 Kia Pregio vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 528 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Pregio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Pregio | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pregio | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
