1997 Kia Avella vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi SST weights approximately 355 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 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avella | SST |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
