1998 Kia Sephia vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mahindra CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Sephia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Sephia | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Kia | Mahindra |
| Model | Sephia | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |
