1997 Kia Sephia vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Sephia weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Sephia | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sephia | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
