1999 Kia Avella vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 552 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, 2004 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Avella | 407 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
