2004 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Kia Sephia. 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1998 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sephia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 120 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |