2001 Kia Sephia II vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 312 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sephia II | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| 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 | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
