1999 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 651 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Avella | V70 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |