2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 555 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 Sportage 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 Sportage 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 Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Kia Sephia II | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sephia II | Sportage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |