1994 Kia Sephia vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 17 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1994 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1014 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 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Kia Sephia | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sephia | 550 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2969 mm |