1996 Kia Avella vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 10 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 849 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, 2006 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Avella | Legend |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2920 mm |
