1999 Kia Avella vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1077 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2890 mm |
