2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 720 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Escalade | Avella |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |