2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II

To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 5 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 205 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, 2005 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Mobilio 2000 Kia Sephia II
Make Honda Kia
Model Mobilio Sephia II
Year Released 2005 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1494 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1420 mm


 

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