2000 Kia Avella vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2001 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn Vue (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 615 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, 2001 Saturn Vue (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Avella | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Avella | Vue |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |