2005 Holden Vectra vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2005 Holden Vectra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Vectra weights approximately 240 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 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra. 2005 Kia Spectra has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Spectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Vectra | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Vectra | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
