2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 702 kg more than 1997 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, 2003 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Avella |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |