1999 Kia Avella vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 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 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 588 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | ML |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
