1995 Kia Sephia vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Sephia | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sephia | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |