Kia Sephia 1998 vs Toyota Corolla 2007

 
Kia Sephia
1998 - 2001
Toyota Corolla
2007 - 2010
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 1.5 Petrol1.6 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming chain
Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.

Performance

Power: 88 HP124 HP
Torque: 135 NM157 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 15.4 seconds12 seconds
Toyota Corolla is a more dynamic driving.
Kia Sephia engine produces 36 HP less power than Toyota Corolla, whereas torque is 22 NM less than Toyota Corolla. Due to the lower power, Kia Sephia reaches 100 km/h speed 3.4 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.06.7
The Toyota Corolla is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
Kia Sephia consumes 2.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Corolla, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Kia Sephia could require 345 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 50 litres55 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 550 km in combined cycle820 km in combined cycle
730 km on highway960 km on highway
Toyota Corolla gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 330'000 km280'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Kia Sephia engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 9 years19 years
Engine spread: Used also on Kia ShumaUsed also on Toyota Auris
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Toyota Corolla might be a better choice in this respect.
Toyota Corolla 2007 1.6 engine: This engine is considered one of the most reliable in its class and, with proper maintenance, does not cause major issues for owners. However, its performance is rather modest. The timing chain has a ...  More about Toyota Corolla 2007 1.6 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.43 m4.54 m
Width: 1.71 m1.76 m
Height: 1.42 m1.47 m
Kia Sephia is smaller.
Kia Sephia is 11 cm shorter than the Toyota Corolla, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Kia Sephia is 5 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 370 litres450 litres
Toyota Corolla has more luggage space.
Kia Sephia has 80 litres less trunk space than the Toyota Corolla.
Turning diameter: 9.8 meters10 meters
The turning circle of the Kia Sephia is 0.2 metres less than that of the Toyota Corolla.
Gross weight (kg): 1`5901`785
Safety: no data
Quality:
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high
Average price (€): 8003400
Pros and Cons: Kia Sephia has
  • timing belt engine
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • lower price
Toyota Corolla has
  • timing chain engine
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
  • fewer faults
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