2006 Kia Spectra vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Toyota Camry. 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, 1999 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Spectra | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Spectra | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
