1998 Kia Avella vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1392 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Avella | Polo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |