2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2006 Kia Pregio and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 524 kg more than 2006 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Pregio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Pregio | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Pregio | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2665 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |