1999 Kia Avella vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 132 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, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Avella | Splash |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
