1996 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 14 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 705 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Avella | C8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
