2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 5 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DBS.
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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 2011 Aston Martin DBS 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. 2011 Aston Martin DBS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Kia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Pregio | DBS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
