2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 891 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Avella |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |