1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 985 kg more than 1998 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Avella |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
