2003 Kia Sephia II vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 624 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 2011 Hyundai ix35 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Sephia II | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
