2006 Kia Pregio vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 7 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 BMW M3.
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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Pregio | M3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
