2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1312 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 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Spectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |