1996 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1098 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
