1994 Kia Sephia vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 16 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1994 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1994 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1399 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 2010 GMC Sierra 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, 2010 GMC Sierra 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Kia Sephia | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Sephia | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 4010 mm |
