2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Pregio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Pregio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |