2000 Kia Avella vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Avella | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
