2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2002 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (261 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 206 kg more than 2002 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2002 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Cobalt | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
