2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Kia Sephia II
To start off, both 2002 Ford Explorer and 2002 Kia Sephia II were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 955 kg more than 2002 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sephia II. 2002 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2002 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4947 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
