1998 Kia Avella vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 515 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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Avella | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| 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 | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
