2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 2008 Alpina B7 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. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Alpina | Kia |
| Model | B7 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
