2006 Kia Spectra vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 597 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Kia Spectra | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Spectra | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3221 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |