1999 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Avella |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |