1998 Kia Avella vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 917 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 Mercury Mariner (137 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Avella | Mariner |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |