2005 Kia Sephia II vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sephia II and 2005 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Scenic (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic 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 Renault Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sephia II | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sephia II | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
