1999 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 282 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, 2005 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
