2008 Acura TL vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 12 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TL | Avella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
