2000 Kia Avella vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 520 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Avella | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
