2005 Kia Pregio vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 766 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Pregio | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Pregio | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |