1995 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1999 Kia Sephia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia. 1999 Kia Sephia has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Sephia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1999 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
