1993 Kia Sephia vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1619 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 2010 Ford Expedition 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 2010 Ford Expedition. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Kia Sephia | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sephia | Expedition |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3327 mm |