1996 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 591 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 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella. 2010 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Avella has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Avella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Avella | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2619 mm |