2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 294 kg more than 2011 Toyota Venza.
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, 2011 Toyota Venza, 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 2011 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Pregio | Venza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
