1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Falcon 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 1997 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Falcon | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Falcon | Avella |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |