2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 421 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |