2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 5 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (145 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Sephia II | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
