2005 Daewoo Espero vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Espero 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Espero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Espero (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Espero should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Espero weights approximately 34 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.
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, 2005 Daewoo Espero (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Espero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Espero | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Espero | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1094 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
