2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 2008 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2008 Isuzu I-350 and 2008 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Because 2008 Isuzu I-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 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, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra. 2008 Isuzu I-350 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Isuzu I-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 2008 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | I-350 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |
