2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 353 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (207 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda 6 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 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sephia II | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
