2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Sephia weights approximately 191 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1993 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charade | Sephia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |