2000 Kia Avella vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 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 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (574 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 833 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (800 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | CLK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 574 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2970 mm |
