1998 Kia Avella vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 431 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2578 mm |
