2007 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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 Kia Rio (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2004 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
