2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2003 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sephia II would be higher. Both 2008 Chevrolet Aveo and 2003 Kia Sephia II are equipped with a 1,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2003 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Aveo | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1000 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
