1996 Kia Avella vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 2 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 60 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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Avella | Parati |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |