1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 1 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Avella weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Metro | Avella |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |