1998 Kia Avella vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Avella | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
