2005 Kia Visto vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II
To start off, both 2005 Kia Visto and 2005 Kia Sephia II 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. 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 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Visto | 2005 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Visto | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |