1998 Lada 110 vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2005 Kia Sephia II is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada 110 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Lada 110. 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, 2005 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 110. 2005 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 1998 Lada 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada 110 | 2005 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Lada | Kia |
| Model | 110 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
