1997 Kia Avella vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 645 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 Mercedes-Benz E (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | E |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2840 mm |
