2001 AC Aceca vs. 1998 Kia Avella

To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 595 kg more than 1998 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, 2001 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

2001 AC Aceca 1998 Kia Avella
Make AC Kia
Model Aceca Avella
Year Released 2001 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 1323 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2400 mm


 

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