2009 Kia Spectra vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Spectra | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Spectra | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
