1998 Kia Avella vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 659 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, 2013 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Avella | TSX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2708 mm |
