2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1507 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Avella |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2400 mm |
