1998 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2578 mm |
