2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 2002 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sephia II. 2002 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Be Bop | 2002 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Be Bop | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |