2003 Kia Sephia II vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, both 2003 Kia Sephia II and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sephia II | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sephia II | R2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 658 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
