1996 Kia Sephia vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2000 Honda Capa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Sephia.
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, 2000 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Sephia. 2000 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Sephia has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Sephia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Sephia | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sephia | Capa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
