2007 Kia Spectra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 827 kg more than 2007 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Spectra. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Spectra | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spectra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
