2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2005 Kia Spectra and 2005 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Spectra | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Spectra | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 213 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |