2009 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2004 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2004 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2004 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Phaeton | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1903 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1901 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3001 mm | 2570 mm |
