2004 Kia Spectra vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Spectra (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (115 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Spectra weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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, 2004 Kia Spectra (161 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Spectra | Echo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
