2000 Kia Avella vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus RX weights approximately 950 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, 1999 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 1999 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Avella | RX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
