1997 Kia Avella vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 16 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 740 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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Avella | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1623 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2649 mm |
