1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2002 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2002 Kia Sephia II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. 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, 2002 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 2002 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Cuore | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
