2005 Kia Spectra5 vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, both 2005 Kia Spectra5 and 2005 Toyota Echo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra5 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Spectra5 weights approximately 358 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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 Kia Spectra5 (180 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Spectra5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Spectra5 | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Spectra5 | Echo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 143 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |