2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 6 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 776 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2012 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pregio | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
