2004 Kia Sephia II vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 728 kg more than 2004 Kia Sephia II. 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sephia II | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Sephia II | C8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
