2000 Ford Artic vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 383 kg more than 1998 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Artic | Avella |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2400 mm |
