2008 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2003 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 847 kg more than 2003 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Rexton | 2003 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Rexton | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
