2001 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1997 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Rezzo | 1997 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Rezzo | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
