2000 Acura Integra vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 291 kg more than 2006 Kia Spectra. 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, 2006 Kia Spectra (184 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | Integra | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
