2000 Kia Avella vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 560 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
