2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Citroen Saxo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Saxo | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Saxo | Avella |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2400 mm |