2009 Dodge Journey vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 776 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 Dodge Journey (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Journey | Avella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2400 mm |
