2000 BMW 750 vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II

To start off, both 2000 BMW 750 and 2000 Kia Sephia II were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 750 2000 Kia Sephia II
Make BMW Kia
Model 750 Sephia II
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5646 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 387 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 122 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L


 

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