2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1176 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2400 mm |
