2000 Kia Avella vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 6 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 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 513 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Avella | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
