1998 Kia Avella vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 615 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avella | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
