2002 Toyota Yaris vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2002 Toyota Yaris 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 2000 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Yaris | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Yaris | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
