1998 Kia Avella vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1998 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, 1989 Peugeot 605 (175 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Avella | 605 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
