1995 Kia Sephia vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 296 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Sephia | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sephia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2578 mm |
