2000 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1460 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3220 mm |
