2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2005 Kia Spectra and 2005 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 268 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.
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 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra. 2005 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Spectra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1094 kg | 1362 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
