1999 Kia Avella vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 212 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Avella | Escort |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |