2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 11 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 739 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | XLR | Avella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
