1999 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 6 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 497 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Avella | 996 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
