1998 Kia Avella vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 925 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Avella | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |
