1997 Kia Avella vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 495 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Avella | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |
