2005 Kia Sephia II vs. 2005 Scion xB
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sephia II and 2005 Scion xB were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xB (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xB weights approximately 31 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Scion xB (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xB 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 Scion xB | |
| Make | Kia | Scion |
| Model | Sephia II | xB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
