2000 Kia Avella vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1227 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Avella | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3020 mm |
