1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1995 Kia Sephia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Kia Sephia. 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Tempo | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
