1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1998 Kia Sephia
To start off, both 1998 Daihatsu Domino and 1998 Kia Sephia were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Sephia weights approximately 455 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. 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, 1998 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1998 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Domino | Sephia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |