1999 Honda Insight vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2004 Kia Spectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Spectra (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Spectra weights approximately 367 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Kia Spectra (161 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Insight | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Insight | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
