1995 Kia Sephia vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 445 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Sephia | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sephia | Previa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2900 mm |
