2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 785 kg more than 1996 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Frontera | Avella |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
