1998 Kia Avella vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 720 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 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Avella | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1635 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 |
