1999 Kia Avella vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 510 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Avella | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |