2002 Kia Sephia II vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sephia II would be higher. 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 21 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sephia II | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sephia II | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
