1997 Kia Avella vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 395 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Avella | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Avella | Premacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |