2005 Honda Z vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2005 Honda Z 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Spectra weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z 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 Honda Z 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 Kia Spectra (184 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Z | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Z | Spectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |