1997 Kia Avella vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 385 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 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Avella | 405 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
