1996 Kia Avella vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2003 Seat Alhambra 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 750 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 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Avella | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
