2008 Fiat Linea vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Linea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Linea (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 497 kg more than 2008 Fiat Linea.
Because 2005 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 2005 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Linea, 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, 2008 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Linea | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Linea | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
