1989 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1999 Kia Avella

To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 832 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Infiniti Q45 1999 Kia Avella
Make Infiniti Kia
Model Q45 Avella
Year Released 1989 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4494 cc 1323 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 277 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 396 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 918 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2400 mm


 

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