1997 Kia Avella vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Avella weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Avella | Elise |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
