1997 Kia Avella vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 428 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Kia Venga (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Avella | Venga |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1343 kg |
