1996 Kia Avella vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 760 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | Touran |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
