1997 Kia Avella vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 825 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Avella | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2837 mm |
