2007 Kia Pregio vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 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, 2012 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 641 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2007 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 2007 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Yaris, 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 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Pregio | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Pregio | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1041 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
