1997 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 515 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 Seat Altea (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Avella | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Avella | Altea |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |