2005 Kia Spectra vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Kia Spectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1085 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 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Spectra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |
