2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 690 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Pregio | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
