2007 Kia Pregio vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 656 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Pregio | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Pregio | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
