1996 Kia Avella vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 430 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 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
