2000 Kia Avella vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 443 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Avella | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Avella | Sentra |
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 | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2685 mm |