2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2005 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, both 2005 Kia Spectra and 2005 Daewoo Nubira 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Spectra weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 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 Kia Spectra (184 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Spectra | 2005 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Kia | Daewoo |
Model | Spectra | Nubira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |