2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 680 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pregio | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
