1994 Kia Sephia vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1994 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1994 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1238 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Kia Sephia | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sephia | Armada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |
