1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Kia Avella | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Avella |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |