1998 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 435 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 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Avella | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2576 mm |
