2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2001 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Kia Sephia II. 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2001 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Mobilio | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |