1998 Kia Avella vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Avella | Tribute |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |