1998 Kia Sephia vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 5 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Kia Sephia.
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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Sephia | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sephia | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
