2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 937 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 2009 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. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sephia II | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
