2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 900 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 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Aspen | Avella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
