1998 Kia Avella vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 415 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Avella | S-MX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |