2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Azera (227 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Azera | Avella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |
