1997 Kia Avella vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 825 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, 1998 Lexus GS (415 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Avella | GS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
