1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Kia Avella

To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 675 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.

Let's talk about torque, 1993 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Cadillac Seville 1996 Kia Avella
Make Cadillac Kia
Model Seville Avella
Year Released 1993 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4915 cc 1323 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2400 mm


 

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