1996 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 313 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, 2010 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Avella | Forte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2649 mm |
