1999 Kia Sephia vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1999 Kia Sephia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sephia weights approximately 305 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 205.
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, 1999 Kia Sephia (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sephia | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sephia | 205 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
