1999 Kia Avella vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 37 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
