1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Lantra | Avella |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
