2001 Kia Sephia II vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa 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 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sephia II | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
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 | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |