1996 Kia Avella vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 16 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 966 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Avella | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2941 mm |
