1999 Kia Sephia vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 14 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1286 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sephia | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sephia | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3221 mm |
