2002 Kia Sephia II vs. 2002 Mazda Demio
To start off, both 2002 Kia Sephia II and 2002 Mazda Demio were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 89 kg more than 2002 Mazda Demio. 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 Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sephia II | 2002 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sephia II | Demio |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |