1999 Kia Avella vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 10 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 1389 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, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | GTI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
