1997 Kia Avella vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 14 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 131 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, 1997 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Avella | 2 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2489 mm |
