2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2006 Kia Pregio and 2006 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra.
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, 2006 Nissan Micra, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Pregio | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Pregio | Micra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |