1996 Kia Avella vs. 2001 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 5 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Aztek (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 799 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, 2001 Pontiac Aztek (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2001 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Avella | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
