2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1116 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.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 2004 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sephia II has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sephia II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sephia II | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
