1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charade | Sephia II |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |