2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 835 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Avella |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |