2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1776 kg more than 1998 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 1998 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-150 | Sephia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2570 mm |