1998 Kia Avella vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 825 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 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Avella | LS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3100 mm |
