1998 Kia Sephia vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 8 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 205 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 2006 Lada Niva 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, 2006 Lada Niva 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Sephia | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Sephia | Niva |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |