2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 165 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Avella |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2400 mm |