1999 Kia Sephia vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 1999 Kia Sephia and 1999 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia.
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 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sephia | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Sephia | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |