1998 Kia Avella vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1575 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Kia | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Avella | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3294 mm |
