2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 2001 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 19 kg more than 2001 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2001 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Avanza | 2001 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Avanza | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |