2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Kia Spectra and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra.
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 Opel Corsa (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Spectra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1094 kg | 1130 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
