1999 Kia Avella vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 14 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), 2013 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 760 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avella | Impala |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2807 mm |
