2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
