2001 Honda City vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 1 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 6 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 122 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (145 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | City | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 145 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |