1996 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 12 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 911 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
