2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Spectra | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
