1996 Kia Avella vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1239 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | ML |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2920 mm |
