1998 Kia Avella vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 231 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Avella | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |