1998 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 531 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 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Avella | Altea |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |