2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 8 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 20 kg more 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Aveo | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
