2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 391 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Tribute | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | Tribute | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 155 Nm |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |