1999 Kia Avella vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 842 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Avella | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2920 mm |
