1999 Kia Sephia vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sephia | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sephia | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
