1996 Kia Avella vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Toledo weights approximately 105 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, 1997 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Avella | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
