1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1994 Kia Sephia

To start off, both 1994 Ford Fairlane and 1994 Kia Sephia were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1994 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1994 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 634 kg more than 1994 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ford Fairlane 1994 Kia Sephia
Make Ford Kia
Model Fairlane Sephia
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 222 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1036 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2570 mm


 

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