1993 Honda Legend vs. 1997 Kia Avella

To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 630 kg more than 1997 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Legend 1997 Kia Avella
Make Honda Kia
Model Legend Avella
Year Released 1993 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1323 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2400 mm


 

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