2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 293 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Spectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
