2004 Kia Spectra vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 828 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Spectra | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
