2011 Nissan Sentra vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 256 kg more than 2000 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Sentra | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Sentra | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
