2000 Kia Avella vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 346 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avella | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3650 mm |
