1998 Kia Avella vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 679 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Avella | Golf |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |