1993 Kia Sephia vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 19 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1119 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 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Sephia | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sephia | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
