2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 378 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.
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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sephia II | 605 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
