1996 Kia Avella vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental is newer by 3 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 835 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, 1999 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Avella | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2780 mm |
