1997 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 13 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 307 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Versa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2601 mm |
