1999 Kia Sephia vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 6 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sephia (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 180 kg more 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, 2005 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia. 2005 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sephia has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sephia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sephia | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sephia | Musa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
