2003 Kia Sephia II vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sephia II would be higher. 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sephia II | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sephia II | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 135 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
