2010 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1999 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1999 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia. 1999 Kia Sephia has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Sephia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan X-Trail | 1999 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | X-Trail | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
