2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1504 kg more than 1997 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Tahoe | Avella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
