2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 335 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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 2009 Nissan Armada. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Spectra | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
