2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 814 kg more than 1995 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Canyon | Sephia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |