2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, both 2005 Kia Spectra and 2005 Peugeot 1007 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 64 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 26 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 Kia Spectra (184 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Spectra | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
