1996 Kia Avella vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 629 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2604 mm |
