1999 Kia Avella vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 7 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 102 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avella | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1497 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
