2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 945 kg more than 2000 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 Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2000 Kia Avella | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Nitro | Avella |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |