2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 10 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 164 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 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 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sephia II | i20 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2525 mm |