1994 Kia Sephia vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1994 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 249 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Kia Sephia | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sephia | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
