2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 889 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 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sephia II | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
