1997 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera is newer by 8 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 610 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, 2005 Nissan Almera (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Almera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2184 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2540 mm |
