1997 Kia Avella vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 265 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, 2006 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Avella | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Avella | Focus |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |