2007 Kia Spectra vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Kia Spectra and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Spectra weights approximately 202 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
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, 2007 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Spectra | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Spectra | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
