2005 Kia Sephia II vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sephia II and 2005 Smart Coupe 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 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. 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 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sephia II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sephia II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sephia II | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Kia | Smart |
| Model | Sephia II | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |
