2004 Honda Z vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2006 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Z | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
