2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Nitro | Avella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
