1999 Kia Avella vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 12 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), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 1046 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Avella | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| 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 | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2875 mm |
