2009 Kia Amanti vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Kia Amanti. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Amanti.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Amanti | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Amanti | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |