1996 Ford Probe vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 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, 1996 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Probe | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Probe | Avella |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
