2004 Kia Spectra vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Rover 75 (300 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Spectra | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
