2003 Kia Sephia II vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 2 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sephia II | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
