1998 Kia Avella vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 510 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 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Avella | 6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |