1996 Kia Avella vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 75 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Avella | 405 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
