2007 Acura TSX vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
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 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 2000 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2007 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2007 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TSX | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
