1999 Kia Avella vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 839 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Avella | Falcon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2838 mm |