1999 Kia Sephia vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 8 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sephia | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sephia | XL7 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |