1998 Kia Avella vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 4 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 665 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Avella | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
