1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1999 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1999 Kia Sephia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sephia (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sephia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1999 Kia Sephia (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1999 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Saxo | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
