1996 Kia Avella vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 17 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1001 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.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Avella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Kia | Jeep |
| Model | Avella | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2946 mm |
