2012 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 1999 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 13 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 1,968 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 203 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | 1999 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Scirocco | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4256 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1404 mm | 1420 mm |
