2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1993 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Sephia (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Sephia weights approximately 26 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 1993 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 1993 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Lanos | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
