2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1999 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 214 kg more than 1999 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Kia Sephia (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 1999 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | HR-V | Sephia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |