2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 346 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Colorado | Avella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2400 mm |
