1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Town & Country | Avella |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |