2007 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Kia Pregio

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio.

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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 2007 Honda Accord 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. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Accord 2006 Kia Pregio
Make Honda Kia
Model Accord Pregio
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 2664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 65 L


 

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