2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 250 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, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Dacia | Kia |
Model | Logan | Avella |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |