2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 980 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Astro | Avella |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |