1993 Kia Sephia vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Sephia weights approximately 106 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Sephia | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Kia | Marcos |
| Model | Sephia | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
