2000 Kia Spectra vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Spectra (99 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 66 kg more than 2000 Kia Spectra.
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 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Spectra. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Spectra | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Spectra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
