1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1082 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1999 Kia Avella | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | Virage | Avella |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |