1996 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 415 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Avella | Prius |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |