2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sephia II | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
