2008 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1997 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, 2008 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
