2001 Kia Sephia II vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 265 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sephia II | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
