1998 Kia Avella vs. 1994 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Kia Sephia (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Kia Sephia weights approximately 121 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1994 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Avella | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
