1998 Kia Sephia vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Sephia | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sephia | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
