2000 Kia Avella vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 470 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 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Avella | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2500 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 | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2619 mm |
