1994 Kia Sephia vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 13 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1994 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 971 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 2007 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Kia Sephia | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sephia | Stavic |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 2007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |