1995 Kia Sephia vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 18 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 490 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 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Sephia | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Sephia | ATS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
