1998 Kia Sephia vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia. 2004 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Sephia has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Sephia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Sephia | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sephia | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
