2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 8 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 228 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Because 2008 Lada Niva 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, 2008 Lada Niva 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (145 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Sephia II | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
