2006 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Matrix and 2006 Kia Pregio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Matrix (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 674 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.
Because 2006 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 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Matrix, 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Matrix | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Matrix | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
