2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 7 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 632 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1999 Kia Avella | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Lucerne | Avella |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |