2005 Kia Sephia II vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 424 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 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 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sephia II | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
