1998 Kia Avella vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 760 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 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
