1994 Kia Sephia vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1994 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1994 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 479 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 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Kia Sephia | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sephia | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2900 mm |
