2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM5 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 2003 Samsung SM5.
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, 2006 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5. 2003 Samsung SM5 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. 2003 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Kia | Samsung |
| Model | Pregio | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
