1998 Kia Avella vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 11 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 363 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, 2009 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Avella | Musa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |