1999 Kia Avella vs. 1995 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 587 kg more than 1999 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, 1995 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1995 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Avella | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2870 mm |
