1999 Kia Avella vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, both 1999 Kia Avella and 1999 Volkswagen Beetle were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 287 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Avella | Beetle |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |