1998 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 173 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Avella | Polo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |