2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 566 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1094 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
