2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pregio | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
