2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 603 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus | Avella |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
