2000 Kia Avella vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 460 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avella | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2000 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
