1996 Mazda Levante vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda Levante | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Levante | Sephia II |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |