1997 Kia Avella vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, 2004 MG ZS is newer by 7 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZS weights approximately 180 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, 2004 MG ZS (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Avella | ZS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
