1999 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 11 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 636 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
