2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1445 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 Uplander (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Uplander | Avella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2400 mm |
