1993 Kia Sephia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 803 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 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Sephia | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sephia | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
