1996 Kia Avella vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1137 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Avella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella. 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Avella | Discovery |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |