1999 Kia Avella vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (137 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 572 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Avella | S60 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |