2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2009 Kia Spectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Kia Spectra (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2009 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | HR-V | Spectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |