1999 Kia Avella vs. 2001 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2001 Nissan Almera 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Almera weights approximately 452 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 Nissan Almera (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2001 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Almera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2540 mm |
