1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1997 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 925 kg more than 1997 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Sephia. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Sephia has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Sephia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1997 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Durango | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
