2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 445 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 Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Nitro | Avella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
