2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 259 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra.
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, 2005 Kia Spectra (184 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | FR-V | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
