1996 Kia Avella vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 325 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 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Avella | 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |