1999 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 353 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
