2009 Acura TL vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TL | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
