1996 Kia Avella vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 777 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 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Avella | C70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
