1998 Kia Avella vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 440 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Avella | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |
