2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Avella weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | Beaulieu | Avella |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
