1998 Kia Avella vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 375 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avella | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
