1997 Kia Avella vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 676 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 Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Avella | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
