1995 Kia Sephia vs. 2001 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2001 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 6 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln Town Car (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 689 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 2001 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Sephia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Sephia | 2001 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Kia | Lincoln |
Model | Sephia | Town Car |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3070 mm |