1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 645 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Avella |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |