1997 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 580 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Avella | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
