1998 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 12 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 804 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Avella | M |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |
