2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 895 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Pregio | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Pregio | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2512 mm |