1998 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 10 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 780 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Avella | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
