1997 Kia Avella vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 645 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Avella | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
