2009 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | M3 | Pregio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |