2005 Kia Pregio vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Kia Pregio and 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 512 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Pregio | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Pregio | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |