Two sedans developed in Korea and produced in Russian industries - KIA SPECTRA and HYUNDAI ACCENT, so far in large quantities travel along the roads. C-class cars suitable for family and single trips around the city or to a cottage, not ideal, but attractive low costs and the presence of all the options needed today.
The first release of KIA sedans was designed on the basis of Mazda, which immediately provided it with a reputation as a "workhorse", quite comfortable and not too capricious. The Kia Spectra model was released in the 2000s, and from 2004 to 2010 was going to Izhavto. Two types of body are proposed - Sedan and Liftbek.
It is the sedan who has the greatest popularity in the Russian Federation, from which:
- Spacious for this class of cars Salon.
- The bulk trunk, increasing due to the addition of the rear seats.
- Quality noise insulation.
- Powerful engine.
- Stylish sport design for this price category.
Kia Spectra - reliable front-wheel drive car on an independent spring suspension, its maximum speed 186 km / h, fuel consumption on the track - 6.2 L.. The body is elongated, with smoothed lines, its dimensions: 4510x1720x1415 mm. KIA SPECTRA engine has a power 101 hp. and has volume 1.6 L.. The sedan is positioned as a family, so the space of the cabin for passengers of the second row of seats is increased, and the volume of the trunk is brought up to 440 L..
Of the advantages, it is possible to name the presence of a transverse stability stabilizer. The model was adapted for Russia, since 2005 the car received a power steering and the ability to adjust the steering column by tilt, windows, airbags 6 pieces, air conditioning, fog lights. The top package has heated seats and ABS. From small things - electric heating mirrors and pre-installed caps on wheels.
Almost peer Spectra is a Hyundai Accent car. Designed and produced since 1994 in South Korea, in the future its assembly was placed in the Russian Federation at the Taganrog Automobile Plant. Hyundai Accent design has pronounced sports features: smoothed outlines, windshield with high tilt level, predatory beveled hood.
Hyundai Accent was made with two body options: Hatchback three- and five-door and traditional sedan. Dimensions 4370 × 1700x1450. (hatchback) and 4045x1695x1470 mm. (sedan). A special attraction of the cabin gives the dashboard, smoothly turning into the doors. Thanks to this solution, the cabin space is increased in front. The model possessed excellent noise insulation, a fuel consumption reduction system and was produced in three versions:
- Basic equipment L.
- Improved LS with a random opening of doors and air conditioning.
- top GLS with ABS, armrest for the driver's seat, heated rear window, air conditioning, electroregulation of windows and mirrors, central locking.
Engine on Hyundai Accent was installed in two versions, 1.3 L. and 1.5 liters, power was 70 hp. and 91 hp. respectively. The suspension is an independent rigid, improved due to transverse stability stabilizers. After updating the model, an option with a motor 1.3 liter has become more powerful - 84 hp, and 1.5 liters slow down a little "horses" up to 8.2 L.. The minimum fuel consumption is about 5 liters per 100 km, the maximum speed is 173 km / h. Volume of trunk 375 l, But increases due to folding seats in the top version.
What is the similarity of KIA SPECTRA and HYUNDAI ACCENT
Both machines are designed in South Korea, but for a long time gathered in Russia, and the one and the other model were very popular thanks to their dimensions, chapter characteristics and orientation as a family car. At KIA Spectra, as well as on Hyundai Accent, two transmission options were installed:
- Mechanical 5-speed.
- Automatic 4-speed.
Buyers could choose to taste with both automatic transparents and mechanics. The dimensions are about the same, but ACCENT sedan is slightly smaller than the hatchback. On the road behave similarly, preferring the highway and asphalt coating, but can overcome the primer. Speed \u200b\u200bwithin 175-185 km / h is quite sufficient to satisfy both the everyday ambitions of a lonely traveler and for the family.
What is the difference between Kia Spectra and Hyundai Accent
The differences between the Koreans are not too large, but Kia Spectra wins several points due to better equipment. For many, especially inexperienced drivers, the presence of a power steering is the presence of a hydraulic steering wheel, which Hyundai Accent is not in the original version, it is included specifically for buyers in the Russian Federation. Motor KIA is more powerful - 101 hp Against 86-84 hp Hyundai.
ACCENT is slightly smaller in size, it is easier to enter on a small parking space. It is easier and more economical consumes gasoline - only 5 l against 6 liters of Spectra, and in traffic fuel consumption Spectra reaches 8.6 liters.
The Korean cars on the Russian market initially the main ground was the problem of low clearance, but Kia Spectra ground clearance is quite large - 154 mm, which allows you to move not only on the highway, but also on a country road. Hyundai clearance even more - 165 mm.
Features of choice
Kia Spectra is more suitable for those who prefer less aggressive ride style or moves a large company. Practical and at the same time conservative, it is an excellent family car in the average price category. The car continues to be very popular, both in connection with its performance and so that prices are very democratic. Kia Spectra is often chosen after receiving the rights to those who decided to buy their first car. It is easy to manage, economical, repair and spare parts are insignificant.
Her close fellow Hyundai Accent is similarly adapted to the operating conditions in the Russian Federation, for which the power steering, air conditioning, immobilizer and car radio is added to the base bundle. Big plus - anti-corrosion processing of the bottom and galvanized body, protecting the car from damage to gravel and rust. He is good for a young couple without children or those who do not like to carry a lot of baggage with them. Dachnikov does not let both the trunk door arranged in such a way that each cubic centimeter of the square can be used.
Fundamental budget cars have always been and will be in demand from the Russian consumer. In this regard, on the network on autofors, users are often asked as a question: what is better - "Kia" or "Hyundai"? The reviews of the owners of these machines are not always unambiguous, but, nevertheless, there are a lot of them, which means that there is a demand.
Special attention deserves budget series "Spectrum" from "KIA" and "focus" from Hendai. Just they have the bulk of shopping. And at the same time, the disputes are about what is better - "kia spectrum" or "Hyundai emphasis." Reviews, as mentioned above, do not always help, so there is something to understand here. Moreover, both brands not so long have pleased their admirers with updates of these series. But first things first.
Let's try to determine which car is better - "Kia" or "Hyundai" from the series "Spectrum" and "Accent", respectively. Consider both cars from all sides, we will find the pros and cons, and also listen to what the owners talk about these models.
Exterior
To answer the question of which car is better - "KIA" or "Hyundai", first of all we will analyze the appearance of cars. If you put the "spectrum" and an updated "focus" nearby, then their relationship will be seen with the naked eye. Yes, both brands are part of one concern, but, nevertheless, there is still a noticeable difference in the exterior.
The spectrum is larger in its dimensions and, moreover, the diameter of the wheels has increased compared to the "accent". Both vehicles have the same smooth lines, narrow radiator grilles under the hood and marked rounded headlights.
The explicit difference is visible in the trunk. The "spectra" it is clearly highlighted, and the "accent" is understated on the manner of Liftbekov. Such a solution was especially popular in the early 2000s. So if you choose that it is better - the "kia spectrum" or "Hyundai emphasis" in terms of design, then, judging by the reviews, motorists were divided into two equal parts.
Interior
If in terms of the exterior of the "spectrum" a little left, then with the interior of things is somewhat different. Both cars as if left in the last century, even despite a decent list of modern equipment on board. And here it is quite difficult to determine what is better - "Kia" or "Hyundai".
Reviews about the cabin of both cars are different. Massive deflectors "Spectra" (photo above) are very reminded of "Moskvich" or about European rarities of the 70s and 1980s. The front panel is decorated for an old American manner: narrow and barely noticeable scales, as well as a speedometer in miles, which clearly do not contribute to the normal perception of readings.
Caps for airbags and radio tape recorders look at this background as hello from the future, diluting the dull interior of the cabin and making it a little presentable. But, judging by the reviews, the owners are ready to forgive the panels "Spectra" of its archaicity for the incredible convenience of landing the chairs. The seats are done here really qualitatively and with a loaf on advanced ergonomics: a soft pillow, anatomical profiles and a thin adjustment of the position under the individual features of the driver.
If we evaluate that it is better - "kia spectrum" or "Hyundai emphasis" in terms of the interior, then the last in an explicitly winning position. Moreover, the difference is very sensible. There are no questions to the seats "accent": gently, comfortable and many adjustments. The front panel (see above), unlike the "spectra", is distinguished by freshness and is already reminded of the current century, and not the past.
Deflectors at the "Accent" are strict, all elements are at hand, and the instruments have comfortable and easily perceived scales in kilometers. Despite the fact that the entire panel is made of medium in quality of plastic, it looks, judging by the reviews, very attractive.
Test Drive "Accent"
If you compare that it is better - "KIA spectrum" or "Hyundai emphasis" in terms of efficiency, the latter will be losing. Owners in their reviews complain of a decent fuel consumption at the "Accent". In the city, the car "eats" 10 liters per hundred, but maybe all 12. On the track such problems, naturally, there is no fifth gear.
In addition, the four-stage automatic transmission showed itself not the best and does not differ in high reliability. While about the mechanics for five steps only positive feedback.
Both machines received engines by 105 horsepower, but the dynamics of the "accent" is better due to smaller dimensions. Due to this, the car is not as smoothly rushes as the "spectrum", so it can be called to some extent sporting, where it is necessary to work correctly with gas and do not regret turns.
Chassis
The chassis of "accent" is rather quiet. Even with the active operation of the car on the bumps and country roads, the details do not creak and remain in place. Here we have a universal version, equally good for both the city and countryside.
Test Drive "Spectra"
The gearboxes of both cars are almost identical, as well as the problems voiced above. The five-speed mechanics "spectra" perfectly showed itself in different conditions and, judging by the reviews, does not cause any complaints. The machine for four steps is much less reliable, and experienced motorists advise not to consider this option.
There is no complaints about the fuel consumption - solid middling. "Eats" the car is smoothly per liter less than "emphasis", that is, 9 liters in the city and 6-7 - on the highway. The speakers at the "spectra" are noticeably less due to large dimensions, and the car has a gentle start, and a slightly muted gas response will certainly appreciate calm drivers.
Chassis
The suspension is soft enough and does not allow serious rolls even if the steering wheel should be turned. Nevertheless, obvious irregularities of the car is poorly tolerated. Large bumps are felt in the cabin and do not give the best way to running. For frequent trips to rural roads or potholes, the spectrum is not very suitable. This is a calm and measured city car or traveler for good tracks.
So in this case, it is quite difficult to determine what is better - "kia spectrum" or "Hyundai-accent", and it all depends on the place of operation of the machine. The last car with a reliable chassis is suitable as a universal version. Well, the path "Spectra" is megalopolises and tracks with infrequent rides on dirt roads.
Finally
In general, both cars deserve to be purchased and work out their money. As such, there are no serious complaints of cars, especially considering their low cost. And the spectrum, and the "emphasis" was remembered by car service workers with a list of classic problems for these cars.
Owners in their reviews note the following nuances of operation of both cars:
- Every 30-40 thousand km is needed to change the rear suspension shock absorbers.
- Being ready for the failure of the friction transmissions of the automatic transmission at any time.
- The radiator together with nozzles gives a flow of approximately 60 thousand km of active operation.
- Hub bearings will need to buy every 50 thousand km.
Of the more specific problems, the owners mark quickly broken fixators of the front panel on the "spectrum". They begin to make noise even on a flat road. Some of the latest Acrosta models are completed by mediocre sides on a mechanical transmission, which also serves as a source of noise and the appearance of problems with speed switching.
Fundamental budget cars have always been and will be in demand from the Russian consumer. In this regard, on the network on autofors, users are often asked as a question: what is better - "Kia" or "Hyundai"? The reviews of the owners of these machines are not always unambiguous, but, nevertheless, there are a lot of them, which means that there is a demand.
Special attention deserves budget series "Spectrum" from "KIA" and "focus" from Hendai. Just they have the bulk of shopping. And at the same time, the disputes are about what is better - "kia spectrum" or "Hyundai emphasis." Reviews, as mentioned above, do not always help, so there is something to understand here. Moreover, both brands not so long have pleased their admirers with updates of these series. But first things first.
Let's try to determine which car is better - "Kia" or "Hyundai" from the series "Spectrum" and "Accent", respectively. Consider both cars from all sides, we will find the pros and cons, and also listen to what the owners talk about these models.
Exterior
To answer the question of which car is better - "KIA" or "Hyundai", first of all we will analyze the appearance of cars. If you put the "spectrum" and an updated "focus" nearby, then their relationship will be seen with the naked eye. Yes, both brands are part of one concern, but, nevertheless, there is still a noticeable difference in the exterior.
The spectrum is larger in its dimensions and, moreover, the diameter of the wheels has increased compared to the "accent". Both vehicles have the same smooth lines, narrow radiator grilles under the hood and marked rounded headlights.
The explicit difference is visible in the trunk. The "spectra" it is clearly highlighted, and the "accent" is understated on the manner of Liftbekov. Such a solution was especially popular in the early 2000s. So if you choose that it is better - the "kia spectrum" or "Hyundai emphasis" in terms of design, then, judging by the reviews, motorists were divided into two equal parts.
Interior
If in terms of the exterior of the "spectrum" a little left, then with the interior of things is somewhat different. Both cars as if left in the last century, even despite a decent list of modern equipment on board. And here it is quite difficult to determine what is better - "Kia" or "Hyundai".
Reviews about the cabin of both cars are different. Massive deflectors "Spectra" (photo above) are very reminded of "Moskvich" or about European rarities of the 70s and 1980s. The front panel is decorated for an old American manner: narrow and barely noticeable scales, as well as a speedometer in miles, which clearly do not contribute to the normal perception of readings.
Caps for airbags and radio tape recorders look at this background as hello from the future, diluting the dull interior of the cabin and making it a little presentable. But, judging by the reviews, the owners are ready to forgive the panels "Spectra" of its archaicity for the incredible convenience of landing the chairs. The seats are done here really qualitatively and with a loaf on advanced ergonomics: a soft pillow, anatomical profiles and a thin adjustment of the position under the individual features of the driver.
If we evaluate that it is better - "kia spectrum" or "Hyundai emphasis" in terms of the interior, then the last in an explicitly winning position. Moreover, the difference is very sensible. There are no questions to the seats "accent": gently, comfortable and many adjustments. The front panel (see above), unlike the "spectra", is distinguished by freshness and is already reminded of the current century, and not the past.
Deflectors at the "Accent" are strict, all elements are at hand, and the instruments have comfortable and easily perceived scales in kilometers. Despite the fact that the entire panel is made of medium in quality of plastic, it looks, judging by the reviews, very attractive.
Test Drive "Accent"
If you compare that it is better - "KIA spectrum" or "Hyundai emphasis" in terms of efficiency, the latter will be losing. Owners in their reviews complain of a decent fuel consumption at the "Accent". In the city, the car "eats" 10 liters per hundred, but maybe all 12. On the track such problems, naturally, there is no fifth gear.
In addition, the four-stage automatic transmission showed itself not the best and does not differ in high reliability. While about the mechanics for five steps only positive feedback.
Both machines received engines by 105 horsepower, but the dynamics of the "accent" is better due to smaller dimensions. Due to this, the car is not as smoothly rushes as the "spectrum", so it can be called to some extent sporting, where it is necessary to work correctly with gas and do not regret turns.
Chassis
The chassis of "accent" is rather quiet. Even with the active operation of the car on the bumps and country roads, the details do not creak and remain in place. Here we have a universal version, equally good for both the city and countryside.
Test Drive "Spectra"
The gearboxes of both cars are almost identical, as well as the problems voiced above. The five-speed mechanics "spectra" perfectly showed itself in different conditions and, judging by the reviews, does not cause any complaints. The machine for four steps is much less reliable, and experienced motorists advise not to consider this option.
There is no complaints about the fuel consumption - solid middling. "Eats" the car is smoothly per liter less than "emphasis", that is, 9 liters in the city and 6-7 - on the highway. The speakers at the "spectra" are noticeably less due to large dimensions, and the car has a gentle start, and a slightly muted gas response will certainly appreciate calm drivers.
Chassis
The suspension is soft enough and does not allow serious rolls even if the steering wheel should be turned. Nevertheless, obvious irregularities of the car is poorly tolerated. Large bumps are felt in the cabin and do not give the best way to running. For frequent trips to rural roads or potholes, the spectrum is not very suitable. This is a calm and measured city car or traveler for good tracks.
So in this case, it is quite difficult to determine what is better - "kia spectrum" or "Hyundai-accent", and it all depends on the place of operation of the machine. The last car with a reliable chassis is suitable as a universal version. Well, the path "Spectra" is megalopolises and tracks with infrequent rides on dirt roads.
Finally
In general, both cars deserve to be purchased and work out their money. As such, there are no serious complaints of cars, especially considering their low cost. And the spectrum, and the "emphasis" was remembered by car service workers with a list of classic problems for these cars.
Owners in their reviews note the following nuances of operation of both cars:
- Every 30-40 thousand km is needed to change the rear suspension shock absorbers.
- Being ready for the failure of the friction transmissions of the automatic transmission at any time.
- The radiator together with nozzles gives a flow of approximately 60 thousand km of active operation.
- Hub bearings will need to buy every 50 thousand km.
Of the more specific problems, the owners mark quickly broken fixators of the front panel on the "spectrum". They begin to make noise even on a flat road. Some of the latest Acrosta models are completed by mediocre sides on a mechanical transmission, which also serves as a source of noise and the appearance of problems with speed switching.
In the section Choosing a car, a motorcycle to Qia Spectra or Reno Logan? Posted by the author Lika 2009 The best answer is how many people are so many opinions ...
I have the second "Lohan" - the first passed 270000km. I did not break anything, the second -27000 just bought.
I like the clarity of the checkpoint and the unbound suspension.
And about the appearance, taste and color. .
Just a normal reliable, budgetary machine.
Renault shit and Fiat his brother. And kia junk, better huff
All shit, but better than Kia.
All shit. Best of all take Skoda.
Nah those koreans fell.
Kia Spectra of course, and Lohan leave Loham!
Do not buy logan-moon something else. I will take better spectrum.
Better Kia. Renault is not a very reliable car. The familiar Logan 2 months in repair spent just purchased. In another Kia, the truth is LED, but it runs back and has not broken yet.
Fiat Albia! Compact spectrum and more reliable Logan)
Renault without options, but simol.
both variants of shit
Honda Civic you need to take!))
Kia Spectra is more expensive, take Logan.
Spectrum and Logan !! ! Spectrum beautiful! Logan sorrow! In the spectrum of noise in the cabin, in Logan is quieter! Spare parts in one price line, although there are more of them on the Korean. I probably chose comfort.
In my opinion, Kia spectrum, but it is not necessary to cut Logan, only those who about the car judge only with the shell can call, maybe it's not very attractive, but this opinion in my opinion is strongly contrived: that Logan is that Kia that Fiat Albea that Chevrolet Lanos as and Hendai accent is by no means an ideal of beauty, and yet in the class and sizes of Kia above, the motor is quite frisky, good term stability, the Logan takes its practicality that does not kill and not made by the suspension perfect for our roads, spacious Salon and a huge 510 liter trunk, ahead of it only Fiat 515l, in the spectra it is less but you can fold the seats.
as for Kia, the interior trim in the style of the 90s is not more Logan, but everything is quite convenient, in Logan, in spite of the absence of steering wheel adjustments, it will be comfortable any, pleases the clarity and thoughtfulness of the box,
In general, Reno is practical and logical, ideal as a car for work and cottages, besides, a very expensive service and that
Kia is a comfortable car for comfortable money, but it grieves the expensive that (for a cheap car is not justified)
for almost 2 years, in addition, I am pleased with anything with a machine gun, I am pleased with the glory of Bogum Reno.
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