1998 Kia Avella vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 1137 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | E420 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2840 mm |
