2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sephia (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sephia weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sephia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Kia Sephia (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 1999 Kia Sephia has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Sephia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1999 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Familia | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
