1998 Kia Avella vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1727 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Avella | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3302 mm |
