1999 Kia Avella vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 766 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Avella | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |
