2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1999 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 Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 1999 Kia Avella | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rainier | Avella |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |