2000 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 453 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Avella | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Avella | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |