1996 Kia Avella vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 11 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 265 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, 2007 MG TF (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Avella | TF |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
