2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 925 kg more than 1997 Rover 200.
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, 1997 Rover 200, 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 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Pregio | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
