1998 Kia Avella vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 985 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avella | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
