2009 Kia Spectra vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2009 Kia Spectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Spectra | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Spectra | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
