1996 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 640 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Avella | Maxima |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |