2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1172 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 Kia Sorento (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Avella |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |