2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2001 Kia Sephia II

To start off, both 2001 Ferrari 360 and 2001 Kia Sephia II were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2001 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Ferrari 360 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 2001 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sephia II, 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sephia II. 2001 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ferrari 360 2001 Kia Sephia II
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 360 Sephia II
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3586 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 375 Nm 122 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2570 mm


 

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