1999 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1381 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 Volkswagen Multivan (310 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| 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 | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3010 mm |
