2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1032 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 2005 Buick Rainier 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, 2005 Buick Rainier 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2002 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rainier | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 122 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |