1999 Kia Avella vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 957 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
