2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1997 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Presea 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 32 kg more than 1997 Nissan Presea.
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 (145 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 1997 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sephia II | Presea |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
