2000 Kia Avella vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 291 kg more than 2000 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, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
