1999 Kia Avella vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 570 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, 2007 Kia Magentis (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Avella | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
