2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 760 kg more than 1989 Toyota MR2.
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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Pregio | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Pregio | MR2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |