2005 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 7 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 660 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, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Concorde | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Concorde | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |
