1997 Kia Avella vs. 1997 Peugeot 106

To start off, both 1997 Kia Avella and 1997 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Avella weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 106.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Kia Avella 1997 Peugeot 106
Make Kia Peugeot
Model Avella 106
Year Released 1997 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 72 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2390 mm


 

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