1997 Kia Avella vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 10 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 675 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Avella | GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
