2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 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 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 2069 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Avalanche | Avella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8127 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 606 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2400 mm |
