2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 831 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 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Magnum | Avella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2400 mm |
