1996 Kia Avella vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 425 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
