2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 960 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2400 mm |
