1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 1999 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1999 Kia Sephia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,568 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 Nissan Stagea (362 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia. 1999 Kia Sephia has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Stagea has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Stagea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Sephia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 1999 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Stagea | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2568 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
