2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2003 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 277 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 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2003 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | CX-7 | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1332 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |