2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 7 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 206 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sephia II | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |