2005 Kia Spectra5 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Spectra5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra5 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra5. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Spectra5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra5. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra5 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Spectra5 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 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 | 140 L |
