2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Matiz | Avella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
