2000 Kia Avella vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Avella | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |
