1998 Kia Avella vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 87 kg more than 1998 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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2540 mm |
