1996 Kia Avella vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | Polo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
