1996 Kia Avella vs. 2000 Volvo S80
To start off, 2000 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S80 weights approximately 610 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, 2000 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2000 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Avella | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |
