1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 689 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Thunderbird | Avella |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
