2007 Kia Pregio vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 228 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Pregio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Pregio | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pregio | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
