2001 Kia Sephia II vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 2001 Kia Sephia II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 25 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 25 weights approximately 75 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.
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, 1999 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sephia II | 1999 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sephia II | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
