1994 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 1 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, 1993 Kia Sephia (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Sephia weights approximately 368 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1993 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
