1998 Kia Avella vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 585 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 Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avella | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
