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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 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, 1999 Ford Focus (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
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 | 1795 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |