1995 Kia Sephia vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC is newer by 5 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 294 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 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Sephia | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sephia | AAC |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 765 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3310 mm |