1996 Kia Avella vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 15 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 420 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avella | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2685 mm |
