1999 Kia Avella vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 475 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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Avella | Meriva |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |