1998 Kia Avella vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 190 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 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Avella | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
