2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Kia Spectra and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Spectra weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Spectra | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
