2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 8 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Malibu | Avella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
