1993 Kia Sephia vs. 1999 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Nissan Laurel 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 354 kg more than 1993 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Kia Sephia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Sephia | 1999 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sephia | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
