1998 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 790 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, 2005 Lexus GS (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Avella | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
