2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 38 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
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 (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sephia II | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
