2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Pregio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pregio | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
