2003 Kia Sephia II vs. 2005 MG ZS
To start off, 2005 MG ZS 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZS (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sephia II.
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, 2005 MG ZS (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZS 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 MG ZS | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Sephia II | ZS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
