1996 Kia Avella vs. 2012 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi ASX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 430 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, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi ASX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2012 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avella | ASX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
