1994 Kia Sephia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1994 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 334 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Kia Sephia | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sephia | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
