1996 Kia Avella vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 8 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 755 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, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Avella | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2736 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
