1998 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 625 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 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Avella | 6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 260 Nm |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |