1998 Kia Avella vs. 1995 Saab 900
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saab 900 weights approximately 400 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 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 1995 Saab 900 | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Avella | 900 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |