1997 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 695 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Avella | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Avella | 5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |