1991 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2004 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2004 Kia Sephia II is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 9 kg more than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sephia II. 2004 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 1991 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1991 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Hyundai Lantra | 2004 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Lantra | Sephia II |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |