1998 Kia Sephia vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, 2002 Rover 45 is newer by 4 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 45 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 45 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Kia Sephia. 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, 2002 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Sephia | 2002 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sephia | 45 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
