2002 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1996 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Sephia weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | 1996 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
