1999 Kia Sephia vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 13 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 105 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.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sephia | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Kia | Dacia |
Model | Sephia | Duster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2673 mm |