1998 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1490 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 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
