1996 Kia Avella vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Avella has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Avella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Avella | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
