1999 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 9 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 273 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Avella | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |