1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 244 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fairlane | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2910 mm |
