2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Pregio | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
