2000 Kia Avella vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2737 mm |
