1998 Kia Avella vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 951 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Avella | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3010 mm |