1993 Kia Sephia vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Liana (90 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 179 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.
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, 1993 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Sephia | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sephia | Liana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
