2004 Kia Spectra vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Spectra (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Spectra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
