2000 Kia Avella vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 11 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 385 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | B |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2780 mm |
