1996 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Avella | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |