1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Tempo | Avella |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
