1996 Kia Avella vs. 2003 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2003 Rover Streetwise is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover Streetwise (102 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 300 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, 2003 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2003 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Avella | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
