2000 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Kia Avella

To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 897 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A8 1999 Kia Avella
Make Audi Kia
Model A8 Avella
Year Released 2000 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1323 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 918 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 2400 mm


 

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