1997 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 930 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Antara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
