1996 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 755 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 Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum 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 Signum | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Signum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2840 mm |
