2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2005 Kia Spectra and 2005 Peugeot 407 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 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 335 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 Peugeot 407 (316 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 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 407 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Spectra | 407 |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 316 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |