2005 Saleen S7 vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II
To start off, both 2005 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 671 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saleen S7 weights approximately 192 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 Saleen S7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Saleen S7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sephia II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 827 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sephia II. 2005 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2005 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2005 Saleen S7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saleen S7 | 2005 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Saleen | Kia |
| Model | S7 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7000 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 949 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1041 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2692 mm | 2570 mm |
