2005 Kia Pregio vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 3 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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio.
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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (254 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Pregio | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Pregio | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
