1998 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 211 kg more than 1999 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, 1998 Ford Focus (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Focus | Avella |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
