1996 Kia Avella vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 572 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Kia | Panoz |
Model | Avella | Esperante |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |