2007 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia.
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 Ford Escape (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escape | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
