2000 Kia Avella vs. 2002 Mazda 323
To start off, 2002 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 323 (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 323 weights approximately 245 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, 2002 Mazda 323 (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Avella | 2002 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Avella | 323 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |