2006 Kia Spectra vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2006 Kia Spectra and 2006 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 321 kg more than 2006 Kia Spectra. 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Spectra | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Spectra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |